Just My Girl and I

This girl makes me laugh, gives me a reason to smile, keeps me going and is by far my greatest blessing in life. She is such a mommy's girl and I love it. It was her and I conquering the world for years before I met Greg. She was my buddy, my partner in crime. She has made me feel like I can tackle anything that is thrown at me. She made me strong when I felt weak and loved me when I felt unloveable. Amazing what such a tiny human can make you feel.
She turned 9 in December, 9 years old...I am halfway done raising her. How the heck did that happen?! It makes me so depressed. I don't want to ever be done raising her. As much as she drives me crazy sometimes, I cherish every minute of it. She is no longer a baby but becoming a young adult. I watch her become more independent and it makes me proud and sad.

Basketball

This year I was thrilled when Emily decided to play basketball! I am so proud of her. She goes to a different school than any of the other kids. She knows no one. And yet, she still chose to participate. I am trying not to be that parent that is always in their child's ear and telling them what to do or how to do it, but it is so difficult. Having played basketball myself for so many years, it is hard to just keep quiet. Greg suggested I just drop her off and leave during practices, but I can't do that. So, now I just walk the track that is above the court. That way I can watch and see can see me, but I can't just throw in my two cents!
She had her first game Saturday and did great. At the end of the video she accidentally knocks down her own teammate but stops playing to help her up! It was a proud moment!
She is the tallest one on her team, of course! I am just hoping she becomes less afraid of the ball as time goes on.